Stratford recognizes the intrinsic value of the ecosystems and bio-diversity on which it is built and will educate residents and stakeholders on their value and work to increase community stewardship of these valuable systems.

Stratford will work towards the development of a local economy where more goods, services and meaningful employment are available locally.

Stratford is committed to good government where there is transparency, accountability and meaningful community engagement.

Stratford will protect and celebrate our heritage, increase our culture and diversity and strive to ensure that all members of the community can participate fully.

Stratford will strive to create a community where residents feel safe and where residents have opportunities to increase their health and wellness.

Stratford will protect and preserve the natural systems upon which we depend and the bio-diversity contained therein.

Stratford will use our natural resources, which include land, water and energy, more efficiently and effectively.

Stratford will take steps to ensure that tax rates are reasonable and competitive and that taxpayer dollars are prudently managed.

Stratford will increase partnerships with other levels of government, businesses, community groups and individuals to leverage private investment in municipal programs and facilities and to achieve our strategic objectives.

Stratford will improve communications to and with residents and stakeholders, increase awareness of the community outside of Stratford, and increase opportunities for residents and stakeholders to engage in decision making.

Stratford will continually strive to make the most efficient use of its fiscal resources.

Stratford will continually strive to ensure that human and fiscal resources are directed to the town’s strategic priorities.

Stratford will improve and/or increase the facilities required to meet our strategic objectives.

Stratford will increase the use of tools and technology to more effectively and efficiently deliver its services.

Stratford will increase the skills and knowledge of its workforce, improve the allocation of human resources towards strategic objectives and increase volunteer participation to increase efficiency and community engagement.